Professional Land Surveyor - Great Falls, Montana

MissionHires; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

End-of-Year Performance Bonuses

Job summary

MissionHires is hiring a full-time Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Great Falls, MT. You will perform and lead various types of surveys and analyze data using Trimble Business Center and Autodesk Civil 3D.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k match, ESOP, generous PTO, and performance bonuses in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Montana.
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed PLS preferred.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Conduct boundary, cadastral, hydraulic, and topographic surveys.
• Process and analyze survey data using Trimble Business Center and Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Prepare and review survey maps, plats, and legal descriptions.

Skills

Proficiency with Trimble Business Center

Field skills with GPS

Robotic total stations

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Associate's degree in surveying or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Carlson Survey

Job description

We're hiring a full-time Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Great Falls, MT. Join a long-established, multi-office civil engineering firm to perform and lead boundary, cadastral, hydraulic, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys; process data in Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D; and prepare compliant maps, plats, and legal descriptions. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision, 401k match, ESOP, disability), generous PTO, and performance bonuses in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct boundary, cadastral, hydraulic, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys/staking for public and private projects
• Perform field data collection with GPS, robotic total stations, and related survey equipment
• Process and analyze survey data using Trimble Business Center and Autodesk Civil 3D
• Prepare and review survey maps, plats, legal descriptions, and technical reports
• Ensure deliverables comply with local, state, and federal regulations and standards
• Interpret zoning laws, subdivision regulations, deeds, and property records to determine boundaries
• Review and verify survey calculations, data accuracy, and mapping quality controlCollaborate with engineers, architects, developers, and government agencies on land development, infrastructure, and construction projects
• Support construction staking and layout for civil and site projects
• Manage workload and deadlines while communicating progress with project managers and clients

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Montana
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed PLS (preferred)
• Associate’s degree in surveying or equivalent from an accredited postsecondary institution (preferred)
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center and Autodesk Civil 3D; familiarity with AutoCAD and Carlson Survey a plus
• Strong field skills with GPS, robotic total stations, and standard survey practices
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client needs in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and collaborative, with willingness to work under guidance of experienced Project Managers

Benefits

Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Their team values long-term employment and rewards dedication with outstanding benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• End-of-Year Performance Bonuses